Within her Powers

As Malice emerged from the executive office, her meeting with Mr. Stephan having concluded successfully, she was greeted by the sight of a young woman named Lily, one of the employees of RadiantGem Creation. Lily was known throughout the company for her sharp tongue and tendency to gossip.

Lily, leaning against a polished mahogany table filled with delicate jewelry pieces, exchanged a knowing glance with her coworker, Aila.

As Malice approached, their hushed whispers ceased, but the animosity in their eyes was unmistakable.

Malice, always composed, offered a polite smile and extended her hand. "Hello, I'm Malice, the new Director here at RadiantGem Creation."

Lily hesitated for a moment, her expression shifting between feigned friendliness and a hidden agenda. Finally, she reluctantly shook Malice's hand. "Lily," she replied curtly.

Aila chimed in, her tone laced with a sly undertone. "We've heard quite a bit about you, Director Malice. Impressive credentials, I must say."

Malice remained composed, aware that the two women were trying to provoke a reaction. "Thank you, Aila. I'm looking forward to working with all of you and contributing to the success of RadiantGem Creations."

Thank god, Samuel exchanged his daughter's achievement with Malice as he removed the record of Sarah's death and even changed her name, from Sarah to Malice. 

It's because, Samuel never revealed his daughter's death to the public, only a few people around Samuel knew about Malice's existence.

Lily couldn't resist a snide remark, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "Well, it's not every day that we get a 'rising star' to lead us, is it?"

Malice's smile remained unwavering, but her eyes held a glint of steel. "I appreciate your warm welcome. If you have any concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. My door is always open."

With that, Malice gracefully continued down the corridor, leaving behind Lily and Aila, who exchanged uneasy glances. They had hoped to unsettle the new Director, but Malice's poise and professionalism had left them with little ammunition for their gossip.

As Malice disappeared from their view, Lily let out a frustrated sigh. "This is going to be a lot harder than I thought," she muttered.

Aila nodded in agreement. "She's not like the other directors we've had. We might need to tread carefully."

Unbeknownst to Lily and Aila, Malice was not one to be underestimated. She was determined to prove her worth and lead RadiantGem Creation to new heights, regardless of the gossip and animosity that might stand in her way.